NORTH HUNTINGDON, Pa. — Crews are continuing the cleanup process after a major water main break in Westmoreland County late Monday night sent water rushing into more than 20 homes and at least one business.
The 36-inch break was reported on Route 993 in North Huntingdon Township, and sent water rushing into several homes and an auto repair shop.
“We have a sump pump and it would hardly even take (the water). There was probably 4-5 feet of water in the basement,” Laurie Cooper said.
Emergency crews used inflatable rafts to help three people and two dogs get to dry land.
“I know we got it the most, these couple houses on the lower end,” Cooper said.
Cooper said her family has flood insurance.
It’s unclear when water service will be restored to those in the area.